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MV62 VBG

2012 BMW 3 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,730 mi
Last recorded75,730 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 3 Series77,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV62 VBG
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 75,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 75,730 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2025 73,148 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 1 May 2024 68,791 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 63,967 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 63,966 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted Anti rattle clip missing. (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2022 57,544 miles

Offside Rear Brake calliper anti rattle clip missing advise replace

Fail 29 Apr 2022 57,544 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake calliper anti rattle clip missing advise replace

Pass 18 Jun 2021 50,336 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 38,773 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 37,140 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2019 37,140 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2018 33,632 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 33,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 33,614 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 28,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 May 2017 28,971 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 23,495 miles

O/S/R TYRE WORN

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN

Pass 17 Sep 2015 21,967 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 21,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure torn to cords on inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure torn to cords on inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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MV62 VBG is a 2012 BMW 3 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 77,866 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV62 VBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 3 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV62 VBG registered?

MV62 VBG is a 2012 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is MV62 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV62 VBG shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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